Straw in the Raw

200 Hillside Rd, Cranston, RI 02920

Café / Breakfast

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Straw in the Raw stretching back to 2023. Straw in the Raw was last inspected on Apr 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up one violation, compared to three violations previously.

When inspectors have written things up, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average for Cranston sits at 88, putting Straw in the Raw on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2026

Environmental Complaint

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: The hand sinks in the men's bathroom and the women's bathroom located near the toilets were observed with water temperature of 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

5-103.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine has an accumulation of pink residue. The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine must be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent the possible contamination of foods.

4-601.11(B)

Mar 18, 2025

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

Jan 9, 2025

Environmental Complaint

No violations found.

100

May 20, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting surfaces of the flip top prep unit are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

May 7, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Milk and yogurt was observed held at 46-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Teh temperature of the unit was observed fluctuating between 41-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were voluntarily disposed of by PIC.

3-501.16(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (scoops) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Items moved to the warewashing area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution for the 3-bay sink.

4-302.14

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the front sliding door refrigeration unit is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The following was observed: The reach-in cooler was observed fluctuating between 41-47 degrees Fahrenheit. Refrigerator to be taken out of service until it can be serviced/repaired/replaced.

4-501.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors under the back storage shelves have an accumulation of old rodent droppings.

6-501.12

Apr 13, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

5-403.12

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Straw in the Raw last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Straw in the Raw on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Straw in the Raw?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Straw in the Raw.

How does Straw in the Raw compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Straw in the Raw most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Straw in the Raw's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Straw in the Raw have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around one violation compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Straw in the Raw means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Straw in the Raw inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Straw in the Raw is inspected around two times per year on average.

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